Manager Maintenance

Location: Denmark

We are a leading manufacturer of premium, ready-to-eat link sausages and hot dogs. The company was founded in 2004 by four brothers, Chris, Joe, Mark, and Pete Salm. They partnered their individual talents together to create our organization, using the "partnership" concept as the cornerstone for our success. Since then, we have expanded and have two production plants with over 1,000 partners in Denmark, WI.

In 2023, Johnsonville purchased Salm Partners to help grow not only its own ready-to-eat sausage business, but the ready-to-eat sausage category as a whole. The combination of the country's most trusted retail sausage brand (Johnsonville) with the industry leading manufacturer (Salm Partners) has created a world class organization. We are committed to growth as a company and to our partners!

Apply today and discover your opportunity to grow with us.


Position Overview


The maintenance manager is responsible for the overall reliability of the production-related equipment and maintaining the entire facility and equipment to meet all food safety and partner safety standards. Oversees the projects and work of maintenance personnel in compliance with all safety, food safety, quality, SQF, GMP and USDA requirements.


Responsibilities


Essential duties and responsibilities include the following:

• Lead maintenance department operations and performance to drive efficiency and reduce cost.
• Support and drive performance of direct reports; four maintenance supervisors and a maintenance planner.
• Actively support and promote maintenance partner development plans through training and further education opportunities.
• Support the Continuous Improvement initiatives of the company.
• Oversee maintenance technician apprenticeship program with Wisconsin DWD.
• Promote the use of the CMMS system to improve cost tracking, record retention, and to drive efficiency by building asset information, preventive work schedules, and facilitating maintenance work flow.
• Monitor and drive performance of the maintenance work order cycle to be sure maintenance work requests are being completed in a timely manner.
• Monitor and drive performance of preventive maintenance schedules.
• Control and manage maintenance spend in parts and labor.
• Facilitate and engage maintenance partners in larger maintenance or continuous improvement projects and support through completion.
• Provide backup assistance with mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic trouble shooting and maintenance repairs as needs dictate.
• Monitor the utility systems including boilers, ammonia, air compressors, and pump systems.
• Oversee the monitoring of the forklifts and lift batteries; maintain appropriate recordkeeping log.
• Review MOC forms for proper food safety documentation.
• Oversee the maintenance of stock room parts inventory, components, tools, supplies and other maintenance items.
• Arrange for and manage appropriate outside contractor support.
• Support the execution of engineering projects and provide input on new equipment.
• Partner with Safety to ensure all maintenance driven safety programs are adequate and being followed.
• Ensure department completion of all safety, food safety, and APSM compliance training.
• Ensure department personnel follow established equipment Lockout/Tagout procedures as required at all times.
• Demonstrate and enforce safe work practices and compliance with all established safety policies and procedures.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

Supervisor Responsibilities

Directly manages the Maintenance Supervisors on all shifts and Maintenance Planner. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with established policies and applicable law, including hiring, training, planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and coaching; and addressing and resolving problems.


Education


A Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field is preferred, or a combination of experience and technical training such as completion of a craft apprenticeship program.


Experience


A minimum of 10 years maintenance experience is required, preferably in a USDA-regulated food manufacturing environment. A minimum of 3 years previous management experience is required.


Skills


Communication Skills

Must possess excellent verbal and interpersonal communication skills. Must have the ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Must be able to read and interpret schematics. Must have the ability to interface effectively and professionally with outside contractors.

Computer Skills

Must have strong computer proficiency with Word, Excel, Outlook and Internet. Previous experience with an CMMS or Mpulse software system. Previous experience in plant ERP systems for purchase order and inventory tracking is preferred. Proficiency with AutoCAD and/or Solid Works 3-D solid modeling software systems for generating and/or editing schematics and mechanical drawings is also desired.

Mathematical Skills

Must have advanced math…